Sharia Times

Track team finger point "to God" leads to disqualification.

An index finger pointed skyward can mean a lot of things. "Hey, I hurt my finger," or "Shut up for a second," or maybe, "Look at that weird bat." All of which would have been acceptable during a Texas high school state-meet track qualifier, but gesturing with a finger heavenward to acknowledge God, well, that simply can’t happen. Unless you want your team disqualified, which was what happened at Columbus High’s recent 4x10-meter relay squad. Anchor Derrick Hayes crossed the finish line and pointed upward to pay homage to the coach upstairs, thus violating a school rule against excessive celebration. The team was barred from taking part in the state championships. via now.msn.com Read more →

Brazilian football club drops 'Taliban warrior' campaign

Top Brazilian football club Fluminense has asked its supporters and players to abandon an internet campaign encouraging them to pose as Taliban fighters and post the photos online. The campaign began after the club was defeated in a match for the South American Copa Libertadores. Supporters went on Twitter to ask players and other fans to "show their warrior spirit" and join the campaign. In a statement, the club says the initiative glorifies terrorism. www.bbc.co.uk Read more →

It was reported that The Prophet (saw) said...

It was reported that The Prophet (saw) said... be in this world as if you are a stranger or a wayfarer. When the night comes do not wait for the day and when the day comes do not wait for the night. Take from your health for your sickness and take from your life for your death. This life is but a temporary residence. Live in this dunya, work for your akhira. Juma Mubaraka Read more →